1984 Bitter SC vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC.
Because 1984 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
